2000 Lada Niva vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2000 Lada Niva is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S (154 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2000 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 350 kg more than 2000 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lada Niva | 1982 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Niva | S |
Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2950 mm |